Jimmie Giles

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Jimmie Giles
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Position(s):
Tight End		 Jersey #(s):
88
Born: November 8, 1954 (1954-11-08) (age 53)
Natchez, Mississippi
Career Information
Year(s): 1977–1989
NFL Draft: 1977 / Round: 3 / Pick: 70
College: Alcorn State
Professional Teams
Career Stats
Receptions     350
Receiving Yards     5,084
Touchdowns     41
Stats at NFL.com
Career Highlights and Awards

Jimmie Giles, Jr. (born November 8, 1954 in Natchez, Mississippi), was a former professional American football player who was selected by the Houston Oilers in the 3rd round of the 1977 NFL Draft. A 6'3", 238 lbs. tight end from Alcorn State University, Giles played in 13 NFL seasons from 1977-1989. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, Giles's career flourished as a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the early and mid 1980s. In 1988 with the Philadelphia Eagles, he caught a touchdown on one of the most memorable plays in Monday Night Football. Quarterback Randall Cunningham escaped a tackle from Giants defensive end Carl Banks and threw a touchdown to Giles.

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